Considerations when moving from Irvine to San Jose

Cost of living: Irvine vs. San Jose

Irvine San Jose
Average rent cost $4,000 $3,095
Average home value $1,561,760 $1,453,657
Average income (per capita) $114,027 $83,421
Cost of living (single person) $9,167 $3,674
Cost of living (family of 4) $18,000 $8,354
Unemployment rate 5.4% 6.6%
  • Rent prices in San Jose are 23% lower than in Irvine.
  • Home prices in San Jose are 6.9% lower than in Irvine.
  • Income in San Jose is 26.8% lower than in Irvine.
  • The cost of living for a single person in San Jose is 59.9% lower than in Irvine.
  • The cost of living for a family in San Jose is 53.6% lower than in Irvine.
  • The unemployment rate in San Jose is 22.22% higher than in Irvine.

To put this in perspective, you would need around $1,202.36 in San Jose to maintain the same standard of life that you can have with $3,000.00 in Irvine.

How life is different in Irvine vs. San Jose

San Jose Irvine
Population 971,233 307,670
Political leaning Democratic 73-25 Democratic 49.8-48.3
Summer high 82ยบF 82ยบF
Winter low 42ยบF 46ยบF
Annual rain 17" 13"
Annual snow 0" 0"
Crime index 47.73 31.01
  • The population of San Jose is approximately 216% greater than the population of Irvine.
  • In the last presidential election, San Jose voted Democratic and Irvine voted Democratic.
  • The average high in the summertime in San Jose is 82ยบF and in Irvine, itโ€™s 82ยบF.
  • During the coldest part of the year, San Jose reaches the temperature of 42ยบF and Irvine gets down to 46ยบF.
  • You can expect about 17 inches of annual rainfall in San Jose vs 13 inches of rainfall in Irvine.
  • In San Jose, it snows about 0 inches annually vs 0 inches of snow in Irvine.
  • San Jose has a higher crime rate than Irvine with a crime index of 47.73 vs 31.01.

Things to do in San Jose

Whether you prefer to be in the great outdoors, soak up some culture, or catch a live game, San Jose has plenty to offer:

Museums in San Josetoggle

  • Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum
  • Children's Discovery Museum
  • The Tech Interactive
  • San Jose Museum of Art
  • New Almaden Mercury Mining Museum
  • Japanese American Resource Center/Museum
  • History San Jose
  • Ira F. Brilliant Center for Beethoven Studies
  • San Jose Museum of Quilts & Textiles
  • Mexican Heritage Plaza
  • San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art
  • American Firearms Museum
  • California Trolley and Railroad Corporation
  • Anno Domini Gallery
  • Movimiento de Arte y Cultura Latino Americana

Parks in San Josetoggle

  • Almaden Quicksilver County Park
  • Alum Rock Park
  • Emma Prusch Farm Park
  • Plaza de Cesar Chavez Park
  • Joseph D. Grant County Park
  • Rotary Playgarden
  • Monopoly in the Park
  • Santa Teresa County Park
  • Martial Cottle Park
  • Guadalupe River Park
  • Kelley Park
  • Overfelt Gardens
  • Lake Cunningham Park
  • Hellyer County Park
  • Saint James Park

Sports Teams in San Josetoggle

  • San Jose Barracuda (AHL)
  • San Jose Earthquakes (MLS)
  • San Jose Giants (California League)
  • San Jose Sharks (NHL)

Universities in San Josetoggle

  • San Jose State University
  • San Jose City College
  • Evergreen Valley College
  • International Technological University
  • WestMed College
  • Cogswell College

FAQ

How much does it cost to hire a professional moving company from Irvine to San Jose?toggle

To ship furniture from Irvine to San Jose with a mover will cost between $1,246 and $3,568. The cost to move a two- to three-bedroom home will range from $2,107โ€“$5,605, and a four-bedroom move or bigger move from Irvine to San Jose will cost from $3,514โ€“$8,410.

How much are moving container companies from Irvine to San Jose?toggle

Moving containers from Irvine to San Jose will cost you $768 to $1,839 for a studio or one-bedroom home. For a two- to three-bedroom move, moving containers can cost $1,307 to $2,711. A larger home will cost $1,823 to $3,492.

How much is a moving truck from Irvine to San Jose?toggle

Renting a moving truck is usually the cheapest option, but it requires you to do all of the driving and labor; these estimates include the estimated fuel cost:

Moving a studio or one-bedroom apartment in a rental truck will cost around $406 to $777. A larger move will cost $446 to $893, and a four-bedroom or larger move from Irvine to San Jose costs from $572 to $1,115.

How far in advance should I book Irvine-to-San Jose movers?toggle

Ideally, you should book your move from Irvine to San Jose at least two months in advance. If youโ€™re moving during the busy summer months, itโ€™s best to book your movers at least three months ahead of your move. The sooner you reserve your Irvine-to-San Jose movers, the better the chance youโ€™ll get the most affordable rates and secure the exact moving date you need. Some movers even offer early-bird discounts for advance reservations.

What time of year is the cheapest to move to San Jose?toggle

The cheapest time of year to move to San Jose is between early October and late April. This period of time is outside of the moving industryโ€™s peak season (Mayโ€“September), which means demand โ€” and therefore pricing โ€” will typically be lower. A majority of all U.S. moves happen between May and August, so staying outside the busy summer months will help you save money.

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